Chubby Checker sues penis app

[Jazzy]

Chubby Checker is suing the makers of an app that estimates the size of a man's penis for using his name without permission.



The 71-year-old singer, best known for his 1960 hit The Twist, claims the app has associated his name with obscene sexual connotation.



He is seeking half a million dollars for the irreparable damage and harm the app, created for Hewlett-Packard's Palm OS platform, has done to his reputation.



Checker's lawyer Willie Gary said: This lawsuit is about preserving the integrity and legacy of a man who has spent years working hard at his musical craft.



The defendants have marketed Chubby Checkers' name on their product to gain a profit and this just isn't right.



The Chubby Checker app, which estimates penis length in both metric and imperial measurements, was reportedly withdrawn in September.

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Good grief, you should be flattered Chubby!

 

[Geoffrey]

I wouldn't be happy either.

 

[Evil Eye]

Why does the guy's name sound like some sort of weighing device?

 

[Jazzy]

Why does the guy's name sound like some sort of weighing device?

Good question!

 

[DrLeftover]

My first reaction to this story (the day Off Topix wouldn't load) was....



Damn, he's still alive?